Salsa Drumsticks with Black Beans
These drumsticks are a wonderful main course option for the family with their authentic Mexican flavor.
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1/3 cup cornmeal
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
10 to 14 (3-1/2 pounds) Gold'n Plump® Chicken Drumsticks
1/3 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley for garnish
Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly coat 13" x 9" baking pan with cooking spray.
Stir together beans and salsa in medium bowl. Spread evenly in baking pan.
Combine cornmeal, cumin, salt, and pepper in a zip-seal plastic bag. Add 4 chicken legs at a time; turn bag to coat chicken evenly.
Arrange chicken in a single layer over bean mixture.
Bake for 50-55 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned and thoroughly cooked.
Garnish servings with cilantro or parsley.
Fresh fruit, such as juicy pineapple and sweet mango slices splashed with fresh lime juice, pairs nicely with this zesty chicken dish.
Nutritional information may change when substituting your chicken product. If you choose to substitute frozen chicken for this recipe, it's best to thaw before cooking.
- Serving Size
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Servings8
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- PER SERVING
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Calories364
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Calories from Fat33%
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Total Fat13g
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Saturated Fat4g
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Total Carbohydrate24g
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Protein36g
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Sugars2g
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Cholesterol151mg
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Dietary Fiber8g
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Sodium622mg
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- DAILY VALUE
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Vitamin A11%
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Vitamin C5%
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Calcium3%
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Iron12%
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- DIETARY EXCHANGES
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Starch/Bread2
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Lean Meat4
- Recipes calling out meat in the Dietary Exchanges category were analyzed with information prior to 2014 updates. Recipes calling out protein were analyzed with the new information after 2014.
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